HGV Technician

HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Truck Technician

Location: West Thurrock, Essex

Pay: £25.00 per hour (£55,250 per year) + Overtime at 1.5x (OTE £62,000+)

Hours: 42.5 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Alternating early and late shifts

Week 1: Monday-Friday 06:00-15:00

Week 2: Monday-Friday 14:00-23:00

Additional: Alternate Saturdays 07:00-14:00 paid at 1.5x (when required)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Tru Talent is recruiting for an experienced HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Truck Technician to join a busy main dealer workshop in West Thurrock.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HGV Technician to earn £55,250 per year with an OTE of £62,000+, working on the latest commercial vehicles using advanced diagnostic equipment. You'll receive ongoing manufacturer training, the opportunity to achieve your IRTEC qualification, and genuine long-term career progression within a modern dealership environment.

Benefits

• £25.00 per hour (£55,250 per year)
• OTE £62,000+ with overtime
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Alternate Saturdays paid at overtime rate
• 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays, rising to 33 with service
• Company pension scheme
• Free death in service insurance
• IRTEC qualification and manufacturer training
• Modern workshop with VCADS diagnostic equipment
• NGT MOT Test Station
• Ongoing technical development and career progression
• Work alongside an experienced team of HGV Technicians

The Role

As an HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Truck Technician, you will:

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on HGVs, trailers and commercial vehicles
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic faults using VCADS and manufacturer diagnostic equipment
• Complete MOT preparation, PMIs and inspections to DVSA standards
• Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing
• Complete job cards and workshop documentation accurately
• Maintain high workshop productivity while delivering first-class workmanship
• Follow all health and safety procedures within the workshop

The Requirements

To be considered for this HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / Truck Technician role, you will need:

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
• Previous experience as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Technician
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Ability to complete all aspects of HGV servicing, repairs and maintenance
• Own tools
• Full UK driving licence
• HGV or PSV licence desirable but not essential
• IRTEC accreditation desirable but not essential

Apply Today

If you're an experienced HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, Truck Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician based in or around West Thurrock, Grays, Dartford, Rainham, Dagenham or East London, apply today or call James on (phone number removed) between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.

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